Pick 'n' mix porridge

Method

For the porridge

1. In a saucepan, mix 1 cup of grain, 1 cup of dairy or nondairy milk and 1½ cups of water.
2. Put the pan on a gentle heat and stir for 5 minutes or so until you have a thick, creamy porridge.
3. Dish up and stir in your chosen topping. 

Banana, almond & maple syrup topping

1. Using a fork, mash up the banana in a bowl.
2. Add all other ingredients and keep mashing until you are left with a sweet paste to stir through the porridge.

Berries, apple & ground seeds topping

1. Heat the berries and apple concentrate very gently in a pan until the berries start to soften.
2. Add the grated apple or pear and, after a quick stir, pour on top of the porridge and sprinkle with ground seeds.

Sticky fruit compote topping

1. Put the fruit into a pan and add enough boiling water to cover.
2. Leave until the fruits are starting to look plump (30 minutes–1 hour) and then simmer for 20–30 minutes.
3. When cooled slightly, pour into a food processor and blitz until smooth.